Dear Parents,
All seven Parkland-area schools in the Northeast will reopen and resume classes on Tuesday, Jan. 13 - this includes Parkland Pre-K Center, Desertaire Elementary, Dolphin Terrace Elementary, North Star Elementary, Parkland Elementary, Parkland Middle School, and Parkland High School. To help keep everyone safe and comfortable at those campuses, water fountains will be blocked off and unavailable for use, and sinks will be covered to prevent handwashing. Instead, hand sanitizer will be made available at our Northeast campuses, where students and staff will also be provided with plenty of bottled water to stay hydrated throughout the day. Parkland-area schools will operate under the Boil Notice until lifted by El Paso Water. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we continue working to ensure our campuses remain safe and ready for learning.
All seven Parkland-area schools in the Northeast will reopen and resume classes on Tuesday, Jan. 13 - this includes Parkland Pre-K Center, Desertaire Elementary, Dolphin Terrace Elementary, North Star Elementary, Parkland Elementary, Parkland Middle School, and Parkland High School. To help keep everyone safe and comfortable at those campuses, water fountains will be blocked off and unavailable for use, and sinks will be covered to prevent handwashing. Instead, hand sanitizer will be made available at our Northeast campuses, where students and staff will also be provided with plenty of bottled water to stay hydrated throughout the day. Parkland-area schools will operate under the Boil Notice until lifted by El Paso Water. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we continue working to ensure our campuses remain safe and ready for learning.
North Star Community! 🌟
The Whataburger on 54 & McCombs is teaming up with the Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive. 🎁
Bring an unwrapped toy by Friday, December 12th and you’ll get a FREE Whataburger Jr.!
Let’s spread some holiday cheer and support local kids! ❤️🍔
The Whataburger on 54 & McCombs is teaming up with the Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive. 🎁
Bring an unwrapped toy by Friday, December 12th and you’ll get a FREE Whataburger Jr.!
Let’s spread some holiday cheer and support local kids! ❤️🍔
Congratulations to this year's Creative Writing winners! 📝
Please note: The Parental Rights and Options Form must be completed for every student, even if they do not plan to use the services. Visit https://www.YISD.net/SB12 to complete the form.
🦃 3rd-5th Grade Thanksgiving Luncheon 🦃
We’re excited to welcome parents to our Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday, November 19th, for 3rd–5th grade students ONLY!
🍽️ Lunch Schedule:
3rd Grade: 11:05–11:40
4th Grade: 11:45–12:20
5th Grade: 12:25–1:00
❗️Adjusted K–2 Lunches (Nov. 19):
KG: 10:15–10:45 | 1st: 10:30–11:00 | 2nd: 10:45–11:15
🎟️ Tickets (Cash only. Please purchase at our front office.)
Adults: $9 (limit 2 per student)
Child: $4 (non-North Star students)
👉 Ticket sales end Friday, November 14th — no exceptions!
Please note:
🚫 No outside food will be allowed this year.
🚫 We will no longer be pulling students from other grade levels to join the luncheon. Our Kinder–2nd grade Winter Luncheon will take place in December.
We look forward to celebrating this special season of gratitude with our 3rd–5th grade families! ❤️💙
We’re excited to welcome parents to our Thanksgiving Luncheon on Wednesday, November 19th, for 3rd–5th grade students ONLY!
🍽️ Lunch Schedule:
3rd Grade: 11:05–11:40
4th Grade: 11:45–12:20
5th Grade: 12:25–1:00
❗️Adjusted K–2 Lunches (Nov. 19):
KG: 10:15–10:45 | 1st: 10:30–11:00 | 2nd: 10:45–11:15
🎟️ Tickets (Cash only. Please purchase at our front office.)
Adults: $9 (limit 2 per student)
Child: $4 (non-North Star students)
👉 Ticket sales end Friday, November 14th — no exceptions!
Please note:
🚫 No outside food will be allowed this year.
🚫 We will no longer be pulling students from other grade levels to join the luncheon. Our Kinder–2nd grade Winter Luncheon will take place in December.
We look forward to celebrating this special season of gratitude with our 3rd–5th grade families! ❤️💙
🛑 RED RIBBON WEEK: October 27–31 🛑
Patriot Families, get ready to stand strong against drugs during Red Ribbon Spirit Week! 🎗️
Join us each day next week as we dress up, have fun, and show our commitment to living healthy, drug-free lives! ❤️💙
*Participation is optional.
Patriot Families, get ready to stand strong against drugs during Red Ribbon Spirit Week! 🎗️
Join us each day next week as we dress up, have fun, and show our commitment to living healthy, drug-free lives! ❤️💙
*Participation is optional.
📸 Fall Picture Day is Wednesday, August 27th!
Students must wear their uniform shirts, as these photos will be used for official student records. Don’t worry—there will be other picture days later in the year that will be free dress.
If you’d like to purchase photos, orders can now be placed easily online. This system helps avoid handling money on picture day and makes the process much smoother for everyone.
👉 Order here: https://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=308949
Students must wear their uniform shirts, as these photos will be used for official student records. Don’t worry—there will be other picture days later in the year that will be free dress.
If you’d like to purchase photos, orders can now be placed easily online. This system helps avoid handling money on picture day and makes the process much smoother for everyone.
👉 Order here: https://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=308949
Mark your calendars, North Star Grandparents!
Friday, September 5
8:00-9:15
We will send out another reminder as the date approaches! 💙 📚❤️
Monday, July 28th is the first day of school, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back! 🎉
Attached is the menu for the first week. ALL students are eligible for free breakfast and lunch, all year long—even if your child brings lunch from home, they’re still welcome to grab a tray if they’d like!
You can view the full menu using the link below, and it’s also available on our school website and the new YISD app.
Here’s to an amazing school year ahead! 💙❤️
North Star Menu: https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/NorthStarElementary
School Website: https://northstar.yisd.net/
Attached is the menu for the first week. ALL students are eligible for free breakfast and lunch, all year long—even if your child brings lunch from home, they’re still welcome to grab a tray if they’d like!
You can view the full menu using the link below, and it’s also available on our school website and the new YISD app.
Here’s to an amazing school year ahead! 💙❤️
North Star Menu: https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/NorthStarElementary
School Website: https://northstar.yisd.net/
🚌 2025-2026 North Star Bus Schedule 🚌
🗓️ Open House: Join us on Thursday, July 24th from 1:00–3:00 PM to meet your child’s teacher and drop off any school supplies.
Ms. Amaro will also be hosting a Gifted & Talented Parent Information Session in room 202.
🖍️📚 2025–2026 School Supply Lists Are Now Available! All students will receive a supply box from the district with basic items, so only the additional supplies listed here are needed. Be sure to check the list for your child’s grade level to be ready for the new school year! Let’s get ready for a great year! ✏️✨
👕 School Uniforms: Uniforms are required starting day one.
Shirts: Red, white, or royal blue (school logo encouraged but not required)
Bottoms: Jeans, joggers, shorts, or dark-colored pants/sweatpants (no ripped/torn clothing; appropriate length and fit)
Outerwear: Jackets and hoodies can be any color as long as they are appropriate in size and do not have inappropriate text on them.
Dress code will be enforced. Parents will be notified if their child is not in compliance.
🌸💕 Our sweet Kinders melted hearts during Friday’s Mother’s Day program! From their adorable singing to their joyful dancing, they truly made the day unforgettable. 💐
Thank you to all the amazing moms, grandmas, and special guests who joined us—we loved celebrating YOU! 💝
We’re so grateful to the soldiers at the US Army northeast recruiting site for donating goodie bags for the students attending our debut Military Ball on May 9th! 🇺🇸
Ozzy is kicking out bullying at North Star! Our 4th & 5th grade students learned how to recognize and stop bullying using Ozzy's B.A.T.S. strategy. Huge thanks to the El Paso Locomotive FC for empowering our kids to stand up and speak out! 💙💛
We are thrilled to announce that Ms. Patty Morales has been named North Star’s 2025-2026 Support Employee of the Year! 🎉🏆 Please join us in celebrating our hardworking and dedicated school custodian for this well-earned recognition. 👏🏻❤️💙
A huge congratulations to this group of 3rd-5th grade GT students who proudly represented North Star at the Q-BEC Divisional Competition on Friday! They advanced to the finals and will now compete against other top teams in El Paso County! 🌟
A big shout-out to these amazing kiddos for their outstanding effort and teamwork at Saturday's YISD VEX IQ Superintendent Cup! We’re incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication! A big thank you to YOU, the parents, as well! 🤖💙
Attention North Star Families,
Class pictures are scheduled for Thursday, January 23rd. 📸 Orders can now be placed online! This convenient system eliminates the need to handle money on picture day, making the process smoother for everyone.
Use the link below to order your child’s pictures online:
http://hsphoto.hhimagehost.com/NorthStarElementaryClassPrepay25
Thank you for your continued support!
❄️Families of our 3rd-5th grade students are welcome to join their child for the Winter Holiday Luncheon scheduled for Wednesday, December 18th. Tickets may be purchased using this link: bit.ly/NSESluncheonDec24
Tickets must be purchased by December 13th.
Lunch times will be as follows:
3rd: 11:15-11:50
4th: 11:55-12:30
5th: 12:35-1:05
Parents may come and enjoy lunch with 3rd-5th grade students only, with a purchased ticket meal, or any meal you want to bring if you do not buy a ticket.
All other grade levels will have an early, regular lunch time:
KG: 10:20-10:50
1st: 10:30-11:00
2nd: 10:40-11:10
